Australia council tax etc?

[scottdj]

Hey

I was wondering if there were extra things to pay for on top of a standard mortgage (like council tax here, insurance ....). It would be good to know so that I can do my sums.

Thanks

[calNgary]

Hiya we get the keys to our new house on the 16th feb,my solicitor has just posted us a letter and like all solicitors letter you need a degree to understand but from what i read ,the rates are paid in 2 half year instalments ,each half totalling $844.57,and you get $40 deducted for paying on time.The rates cover ,,water,garbage,road charges,fire levy and waste,hope this helps
Cal x

[scottdj]

Hey Cal

where have you bought and do you know (like in the uk) if its different for different areas

S

[calNgary]

Hiya we have bought in Jimboomba outer Brisbane ,it does vary from state to state i wouldnt imagine very much but im pretty sure its based on land size too ,ours is 2 acres,also queensland have the ambulance charge in their somewere , hope this helps
Cal x

[BullCreek_Bob]

Originally Posted by scottdj

Hey

I was wondering if there were extra things to pay for on top of a standard mortgage (like council tax here, insurance ....). It would be good to know so that I can do my sums.

Thanks

G'day

Things are very different in each Aussie state. And also very different within the state.

Here in Perth, there are annual Water Rates levied by a State Government department. Our rates are about $850pa then we are charged for excess water usage (about $50pa). Each City or Town council then charges Council Rates. Ours is $900 per year but based upon what friends pay, this can vary from $600pa to $2,000pa.

Building insurance costs us about $200pa, contents insurance is more and car insurance is more again.